VOIP Telecoms Engineer (Desk & Field Based)
CV-LibraryNN6, Lamport, West NorthamptonshirepermanentPosted: 3 September 2026
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We are looking for a skilled and technically capable Telecoms Engineer to install, maintain, troubleshoot and coordinate telecoms and connectivity services across multiple product sets. This is a hands-on, field-based role: day-to-day, you will be installing structured cabling and WiFi access points, setting up hosted phone systems, coordinating orders and diagnosing/resolving faults on customer sites.
This role suits someone with a solid grounding in telecoms installation and network troubleshooting who enjoys hands-on technical work, is comfortable working independently on customer sites, and takes pride in getting the detail right.
Key Responsibilities
* Install, terminate and test structured cabling (Cat5/Cat6/Cat6a) to a high standard, including first and second fix, patching and labelling.
* Install and maintain WiFi access points, ensuring correct placement, cabling, power (PoE) and connectivity checks.
* Carry out network troubleshooting, including basic router/switch configuration and connectivity checks, to diagnose and resolve faults on site.
* Proactively communicate with customers regarding appointment times, delays, or changes to scope.
* Ensure equipment, materials and site access are in place ahead of each visit, keeping job logs and internal systems accurate and up to date
* Install Hosted Phone Systems to customers' specifications and satisfaction
* Diagnose and troubleshoot telecoms and connectivity faults, escalating where necessary.
* Liaise with third-party engineers and subcontractors to ensure work is delivered to specification and on schedule.
* Maintain accurate records of installations, faults, and resolutions, including photos and completion sign-off where required. This includes site survey documents and risk assessments.
* Identify and flag risks or delays to delivery timescales and support resolution to keep projects on track.
* Follow health & safety procedures at all times when working on customer sites.
* Coordinate orders with the various relevant stakeholders
* Update CRM with relevant information and ensure accuracy
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in telecoms installation, including fault-finding and troubleshooting.
* Experienced in structured cabling, inclusive but not limited to Cat5/Cat6/Cat6a.
* Installing and maintaining WiFi access points.
* Installing hosted phone systems.
* Network troubleshooting.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan and coordinate multiple jobs and priorities at once.
* High attention to detail, particularly around scheduling accuracy and job documentation.
* A willingness to learn new products, systems and technologies as the product set evolves.
* Comfortable working both independently in the field and as part of a delivery team.
* Good communication skills, confident liaising with customers, engineers and suppliers.
* Full UK driving licence (required for field visits).
Desirable/Not essential
* Experience with Salesforce
* Previous experience in a delivery, coordination, or project support role within telecoms or IT.
Personal Attributes
* Organised and methodical, with the ability to manage a varied workload.
* Reliable and adaptable
* A proactive problem-solver who takes ownership of issues through to resolution.
* A team player who communicates clearly with colleagues, customers and suppliers
We are looking for a skilled and technically capable Telecoms Engineer to install, maintain, troubleshoot and coordinate telecoms and connectivity services across multiple product sets. This is a hands-on, field-based role: day-to-day, you will be installing structured cabling and WiFi access points, setting up hosted phone systems, coordinating orders and diagnosing/resolving faults on customer sites.
This role suits someone with a solid grounding in telecoms installation and network troubleshooting who enjoys hands-on technical work, is comfortable working independently on customer sites, and takes pride in getting the detail right.
Key Responsibilities
* Install, terminate and test structured cabling (Cat5/Cat6/Cat6a) to a high standard, including first and second fix, patching and labelling.
* Install and maintain WiFi access points, ensuring correct placement, cabling, power (PoE) and connectivity checks.
* Carry out network troubleshooting, including basic router/switch configuration and connectivity checks, to diagnose and resolve faults on site.
* Proactively communicate with customers regarding appointment times, delays, or changes to scope.
* Ensure equipment, materials and site access are in place ahead of each visit, keeping job logs and internal systems accurate and up to date
* Install Hosted Phone Systems to customers' specifications and satisfaction
* Diagnose and troubleshoot telecoms and connectivity faults, escalating where necessary.
* Liaise with third-party engineers and subcontractors to ensure work is delivered to specification and on schedule.
* Maintain accurate records of installations, faults, and resolutions, including photos and completion sign-off where required. This includes site survey documents and risk assessments.
* Identify and flag risks or delays to delivery timescales and support resolution to keep projects on track.
* Follow health & safety procedures at all times when working on customer sites.
* Coordinate orders with the various relevant stakeholders
* Update CRM with relevant information and ensure accuracy
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in telecoms installation, including fault-finding and troubleshooting.
* Experienced in structured cabling, inclusive but not limited to Cat5/Cat6/Cat6a.
* Installing and maintaining WiFi access points.
* Installing hosted phone systems.
* Network troubleshooting.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan and coordinate multiple jobs and priorities at once.
* High attention to detail, particularly around scheduling accuracy and job documentation.
* A willingness to learn new products, systems and technologies as the product set evolves.
* Comfortable working both independently in the field and as part of a delivery team.
* Good communication skills, confident liaising with customers, engineers and suppliers.
* Full UK driving licence (required for field visits).
Desirable/Not essential
* Experience with Salesforce
* Previous experience in a delivery, coordination, or project support role within telecoms or IT.
Personal Attributes
* Organised and methodical, with the ability to manage a varied workload.
* Reliable and adaptable
* A proactive problem-solver who takes ownership of issues through to resolution.
* A team player who communicates clearly with colleagues, customers and suppliers